Citizenship by Investment (CBI)

The newly formed government of St. Vincent and the Grenadines (SVG) has announced that it is preparing to launch its first Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programme in 2026. It is expected that the SVG CBI programme will be regulated by The Eastern Caribbean Citizenship by Investment Regulatory Authority (ECCIRA), a regional regulatory body created by several Eastern Caribbean states to oversee, harmonise, and regulate Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programmes across participating countries. It represents a major reform aimed at strengthening the transparency, integrity, and sustainability of these programmes in response to international scrutiny and the need for consistent high standards.

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​How It Will Work

Full details of how the programme will work has not yet been released by the authorities. However, it is expected that single applicants, families and business investors will work closely with a government-authorized agent who will assist you with completing and submitting your application. You will be expected to make a minimum investment into a government-approved project, or other options like real estate investment or contributions to development projects, ensuring tax benefits for both individuals and businesses.

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Implementation Timeline

The government of SVG has signalled its intention to implement the CBI programme in 2026. Besides the establishing of a CBI office within SVG to manage the administrative and oversight structures, the ECCIRA will require parliamentary approval before it gains binding authority. Thereafter, the government of SVG will need to draft and enact the necessary legislation before its Parliament for the regulations to have the force of law.

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Key ways ECCIRA will regulate CBI programmes:

1. Uniform Standards and Due Diligence

2. Oversight of CBI Units and Agents

3. Centralised Information and Databases

4. Enforcement and Accountability

5. Harmonised Requirements and Programme Rules

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The government has not yet released specific details regarding contribution levels, investment options, or the timeline for launching the programme. Follow our website for updates.